I know this is an older video, but I am starting this project right now for a Halloween Costume. If you are going to use glue instead of the screws and inserts, then I believe you can just print the handle-guard-b file twice instead of the printing the A & B, that way you don 't have to fill in all of the wholes for the screws and inserts with bondo or something similar. I figure there is no harm in trying since I have to print two key blades anyway. I will provide an update when I finish printing the handles.
Another awesome video. I love that you try new techniques and even put them side by side with a traditional approach for contrast. Valuable info for sure. Keep up the good work!
Great video guys! I've been printing for about a month now and I'm about to tackle my first big project being the Keyblade! My biggest concerns was the after prep with sanding / prepping so this video is PERFECT! I'll post the final results after.
@@make432 Gladly! I actually finished printing it, looks great! The blue part and the guard don't want to fit alligned correctly, but I will glue that into position when I am done. Sanding... oh boy.. It is definitely a bummer. Question however when painting and priming... did you do it one side at a time? Or did you hang it and do the entire piece? (If so, how did you hang it?) Plan on finishing it this weekend before moving onto your Master Sword build! (skip the resin gem :[ -- don't have supplies to make it)
That is awesome! Yeah the sanding always takes forever, but it is always worth it. When we were painting we just used dowel rods inserted into the center of the parts to hold everything then just threw everything in a vice to hold it vertical while it dried. You could also hang it if you have the space.
@@make432 hmm alright. Just finished the last priming. A big clumpy but I'll try to wetsand it smooth. The dowel rods .. did you glue them into the blue piece or stuffed as much into it to hold? The grip I'm assuming you used but the paints been fully dried to avoid damage? First time painting sorry
I know I’m 9 months late, but great video! This is the best kind of “show off a 3d model” type video format to have. Just liked and subscribed. Would love to see a short time lapse of printed pieces too
I notice that your handles are rounded at the end, whereas the original files are more hexagonal like in the first one because of less bits and more polygons. Did you edit the files to make this happen? Because I can't find a file with rounded edges anywhere.
If I were planning to use the gold spray paint, instead of gold leaf, would the red primer still help the gold come through richer? I am not a paint guy and know nothing.
We think it does - some people don’t see the different but even with spray paint we think it makes the gold richer! It also helps to make the part just a little smoother before adding the metallic paint
Hi! Great choice! Check out our Master Sword vid if you haven't yet for some tips. We'd love if you'd share your results! And no, activator is not necessary if you have some patience :)
We've been using & loving our Prusa i3 Mk3 for all of our FDM prints! www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-i3-mk3s-3d-printer-3/#a_aid=make432&a_cid=11111111
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I know this is an older video, but I am starting this project right now for a Halloween Costume. If you are going to use glue instead of the screws and inserts, then I believe you can just print the handle-guard-b file twice instead of the printing the A & B, that way you don 't have to fill in all of the wholes for the screws and inserts with bondo or something similar. I figure there is no harm in trying since I have to print two key blades anyway. I will provide an update when I finish printing the handles.
Another awesome video. I love that you try new techniques and even put them side by side with a traditional approach for contrast. Valuable info for sure. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much! We also enjoy taking different approach, we learn a lot more that way and we are happy to pass on what we've learned haha
You guys deserve a few more zeros in your sub count! I love your content and I can't wait to see what you guys make and or do next!
Why thank you! We agree on those zeros and we are happy to have you on board
Great video. I’m working on the Bloodhound’s fang from Elden Ring and used all of your techniques with the build. Looks great so far!
Thanks and good luck on the Bloodhound's Fang - are you going full scale on your replica?
It feels like a dream come true. It looks very awesome. I wish I had one LOL.
Thank you - we are very happy with how these two came out!
Great video guys! I've been printing for about a month now and I'm about to tackle my first big project being the Keyblade! My biggest concerns was the after prep with sanding / prepping so this video is PERFECT! I'll post the final results after.
That is so cool to hear - we are so glad that our video could help you out. And of course we would LOVE to see your finished project!
@@make432 Gladly! I actually finished printing it, looks great! The blue part and the guard don't want to fit alligned correctly, but I will glue that into position when I am done. Sanding... oh boy.. It is definitely a bummer. Question however when painting and priming... did you do it one side at a time? Or did you hang it and do the entire piece? (If so, how did you hang it?)
Plan on finishing it this weekend before moving onto your Master Sword build! (skip the resin gem :[ -- don't have supplies to make it)
That is awesome! Yeah the sanding always takes forever, but it is always worth it. When we were painting we just used dowel rods inserted into the center of the parts to hold everything then just threw everything in a vice to hold it vertical while it dried. You could also hang it if you have the space.
@@make432 hmm alright. Just finished the last priming. A big clumpy but I'll try to wetsand it smooth. The dowel rods .. did you glue them into the blue piece or stuffed as much into it to hold? The grip I'm assuming you used but the paints been fully dried to avoid damage? First time painting sorry
I don't know Kingdom Hearts all too well but I loved this build!!!
I love the production quality like always!
Great work
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!!
I know I’m 9 months late, but great video! This is the best kind of “show off a 3d model” type video format to have. Just liked and subscribed. Would love to see a short time lapse of printed pieces too
Thank you!! We're hopefully gonna start including them in videos soon, new printer on the horizon 😬
amazing!!
Thank you!
Great video but did you miss one of the extension tubes to make it a little longer?
We did not, this design is a little different than the cannon version - maybe we should design up a more accurate version?
I notice that your handles are rounded at the end, whereas the original files are more hexagonal like in the first one because of less bits and more polygons. Did you edit the files to make this happen? Because I can't find a file with rounded edges anywhere.
Graphite blade with rattle can handle would have been the perfect combo.
Oh man, you are so right. We'll get the printer started!
This is great
Thank you! 😊 Nice profile image!
How does this not have 50k views?
Good question haha thanks for the support!
This is some real good content! Would you consider making something like an energy sword?
Thank you! Ooooh that's a great idea 🤔
@@make432 but seriously… let’s see an energy sword
If I were planning to use the gold spray paint, instead of gold leaf, would the red primer still help the gold come through richer? I am not a paint guy and know nothing.
We think it does - some people don’t see the different but even with spray paint we think it makes the gold richer! It also helps to make the part just a little smoother before adding the metallic paint
no idea about kingdrom heart but its again an amazing build(s)
Thank you so much!!
Where can I get the chain?
I need a 3D printer, fast
Highly recommend it!
Is there any alternitave for steel wool?
You could use a scotchbrite pad
Hello, new to cosplay prop making and getting ready to work on a master sword. Do you need the glue activator or does it just help speed things along?
Hi! Great choice! Check out our Master Sword vid if you haven't yet for some tips. We'd love if you'd share your results!
And no, activator is not necessary if you have some patience :)
What's a good 3d printer to make stuff like this?
We've been using & loving our Prusa i3 Mk3 for all of our FDM prints! www.prusa3d.com/product/original-prusa-i3-mk3s-3d-printer-3/#a_aid=make432&a_cid=11111111